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"Well," you may ask, "isn't jewelry romantic by it's very nature?" To some extent this is true, but we wear jewelry for any number of reasons that are not romantic... to look sophisticated, to look professional, to impress our friends and neighbors. So what about the romance of jewelry? In this case I'm talking about romance in a broader sense than simply relationships. Something more like this definition from the dictionary: "A quality or feeling of mystery, excitement, and remoteness from everyday life" That wonderful fission, that bit of a chill that you get from something that is just, well, more than day to day life. Romantic jewelry is that jewelry that makes you feel special, different, like a princess or a prince. That jewelry that...
Shopping for Inexpensive Yet Brilliant PiecesHistory of Beaded JewelryBeads have been used to create jewelry and adorn costumes since the dawn of time. If you were to look back on the Ice Age you would discover small objects crafted of natural "beads" including animal bones and teeth, seashells and colorful stones. These items were usually attached to clothing or plant fibers to form the most primitive forms of beaded jewelry.Beaded jewelry symbolizes many different things for different people; different cultures have associated beads with varying spiritual beliefs, cultural customs and social traditions. Beads, like many other jewelry items, have been used throughout time to adorn the bodies of men and women alike, signifying power, beauty and the human spirit.The very...
"And when the day comes that we can communicate intelligently with dolphins, they may introduce us to the concept of survival without aggression, and the true joy of living, which at present eludes us. In that circumstance what they have to teach us would be infinitely more valuable than anything we could offer them in exchange." -- Horace Dobbs First of all, let's take a look at the rationale behind dolphin jewelry. What makes dolphins so attractive as jewelry motifs? Moreover, what would make them so important as to deserve a second look by jewelry-lovers, especially the socially conscientious? Well, for one thing -- if there is any ocean-dwelling creature that is said to be the smartest and most compassionate Â...
1. Discover the colors for spring & summer 2006. Colors are becoming more peaceful and understated. Classic black and white are back. So, think black onyx and diamonds. Besides black and white, you will see medium tones (not too light, not too bright) of yellow, coral, green & blue with liberal splashes of peach, pink and purple. So, jewelry search terms that include citrine, coral, peridot, emerald, blue topaz and blue sapphire coupled with peach aventurine, pink topaz, rose quartz and amethyst will match the outfits you compile this spring and summer. For the budget-minded, there are some awesome new CZ colors that suit this year's wardrobe.2. Look for short and chunky...
The existence of the diamond has positively impacted our society, along with others for ages. Diamond jewelry began as a luxury for many wealthy and other well to do individuals; however, in recent times the diamond has become more common in jewelry for all individuals. The most popular form of diamond jewelry is that of an engagement ring. With millions of couples getting engaged or married each year, many diamond engagement or wedding rings will be purchased. There are many individuals who are unsure where an item came from or how it is made. Since diamonds do not magically appear in jewelry, workers are needed for this careful process. Once the final diamond jewelry product is developed, it will need to be transported to a jewelry store. The diamond, along with other...
Celtic jewelry like the Celts themselves has a rich history and a proud tradition. Immensely beautiful with intricate Celtic symbols and delicate designs, Celtic cross jewelry, Celtic knot jewelry, and beautiful Claddaugh rings have been admired and desired for thousands of years. Celtic Cross Jewelry One of the most enduring, and coveted "gifts" of Celtic culture is jewelry featuring the Celtic Cross. According to Irish legend, St. Patrick created the first Celtic cross by drawing a circle over a Latin cross. For an Irish Catholic, the circle in the Celtic cross may be a symbol of eternity and the endlessness of God's love. It can even represent a halo emanating from Christ. Some say the four "arms" of the Celtic Cross represent the elements (fire, earth, air, and water). Others believe the...
Copyright 2006 Richard Keir While Celtic jewelry may be most popular among individuals of Irish decent, anyone is free to love and enjoy this enchanting jewelry and many do. Frequently Celtic wedding bands are selected as an alternative to more traditional wedding rings. In many cases owners of Celtic jewelry choose to have their ring engraved. This style of Celtic wedding band is often referred to as a Claddagh ring. Claddagh rings will generally have two holding hands, a crown, and a heart on the band. The heart is said to symbolize love, the crown stands for loyalty, and the hands symbolize friendship. All of which are important components of a marriage. Most bridal Claddagh wedding rings will have a stone inlaid. You have the option of purchasing Claddagh wedding bands in a traditional,...
Many people rely on more or the same popular child gift ideas without taking the time to give it some deep thought and consideration.So you will tend to find plenty of baby blankets as the main idea for a baby shower or new born child gift.One of the ways of getting out of this common child gift ideas for newborns, is to give a variety of gifts in a baby gift basket. In such a basket, apart from having it filled with the usual useful and decorative baby gifts, you can consider adding personalized jewelry, possibly with the child's name woven onto the jewelry. If you are looking for the sort of unique personalized child gift idea that will not...
Recently there was a segment on 20/20 (an investigative TV show in the USA) regarding buying Jewelry on EBay. They reported that they bought fifteen items, and only fourteen of the fifteen were legitimate. They interviewed an IGI Gemologist who said that most of what's offered as diamonds on online sites are no better than "frozen spit". Of course John Stossel of 20/20 carefully said that there are many legitimate purveyors on eBay. My experience has been similar to what was broadcasted AND I AM A JEWELER! I mistakenly thought that I could sell my jewelry on eBay and at least recover my costs and perhaps just a little profit. Given the fact that JeffreyDesign is offering legitimate, genuine gemstones, silver, gold, designer bracelets, necklaces, rings, pendants and just about everything else you...
Do you need some amazing gift ideas for the lady in your life? As a guy, it is difficult to find the things that you really should give your girl. You don't really know what you should buy and it is very hard to know what she will like. Women are all different and there is no telling what your girl is going to appreciate. But, you really would like to give her something special, something that she will cherish. To help you to find the gift ideas that will charm her, here are a few things that you should consider. You'll find that there are more than a few things on this list that your ladies will love. But, remember, to make it really matter, make sure that you...